FAMU graduate and state Rep. Alan Williams thinks the proposal puts the university on the right path.

"I think the university is taking the methodical steps that it needs to take to make sure that not only do we root out the issues and the causes of Mr. Champion's death but also hopefully this is now a blueprint that other universities, not only in the state university system can use, but really universities around the country. Because we know that hazing isn't germane just to Florida A&M University. It's prevalent throughout our society."

Ammons is facing tough scrutiny from the Florida Board of Governors, which oversees the state's university system.

Board Chairman Dean Colson has sent a letter to the FAMU Board of Trustees directing its members to take a closer look at a range of problems that have developed at the school during Ammons' tenure.

The issues include: why more than 100 ineligible students were allowed to participate in the band last year, as well as Ammons' response to multiple improprieties alleged against top-level administrators.